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Review Roundup: 42 BALLOONS at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Michael Major - Jun 11, 2025

The North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons is now running at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Find out what critics thought of the new musical and read the reviews below!

Video: 42 BALLOONS North American Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - Jun 4, 2025

Get a first look at Chicago Shakespeare Theater's North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons in this all-new video. 42 Balloons is an ‘80s-inspired musical based on the unbelievable true story of Larry Walters’ daring lawn chair flight.

Photos: 42 BALLOONS North American Premiere at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater is presenting the North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons. Get a first look at photos here and learn more about the production!

Video: Inside Rehearsals for 42 BALLOONS at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025

Get a first look inside rehearsals for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons. 42 Balloons is an ‘80s-inspired musical based on the unbelievable true story of Larry Walters’ daring lawn chair flight.

Charlie McCullagh and Evelyn Hoskins to Star 42 BALLOONS North American Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025

Chicago Shakespeare Theater has revealed the cast of the North American premiere of the new musical 42 Balloons. See who is starring and learn more about the production!

Video: Clips From IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Mariott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

All new clips have been released from Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Marriott Theatre. The production runs through December 29.  Check out all of the clips in the videos here.

Photos: Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

Enjoy one of America’s most cherished silver screen classics, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season. Check out photos from opening night.

Video/Photos: Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024

Check out photos and video of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, on stage at Marriott Theatre this holiday season, previewing on Wednesday, October 30, opening Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30pm and running through December 29.

Photos: Disney's FROZEN Gets 2nd Regional Premiere At Music Theatre Wichita
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2024

Disney’s Frozen brings its magic to Music Theatre Wichita in the show's second regional production. Performances run through July 14, 2024 at Century II Concert Hall. See photos from the production!

Review: CATS at Music Theatre Wichita
by Susan Guntly - Sep 13, 2023

What did our reviewer think of 'Cats' at Music Theatre Wichita?

Kara Lindsay Will Lead MARY POPPINS at North Carolina Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2023

The stars have aligned to bring together this star-studded cast in North Carolina Theatre’s (NCT) summer musical of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS, flying on the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium stage at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts July 25-30, 2023.

Winners Announced for DPAC's Triangle Rising Stars Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2022

DPAC hosted Triangle Rising Stars, central North Carolina’s High School Musical Theatre Awards on Wednesday evening, May 11th, 2022 with special guest host, Clay Aiken.

BWW Review: 2022 Triangle Rising Star Awards at DPAC
by Nicole Ackman - May 14, 2022

From the moment that the ceremony started with an upbeat rendition of “You Can’t Stop the Beat” from HAIRSPRAY by the twenty finalists, it was clear that the 2022 Triangle Rising Star Awards was going to be something special.

Finalists Announced For DPAC's Triangle Rising Stars
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2022

DPAC has announced the finalists for Triangle Rising Stars, central North Carolina's High School Musical Theatre Awards that will take place on May 11th, 2022 at 7:30 PM with special guest host, Clay Aiken.

DPAC's Triangle Rising Stars Set For May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2022

DPAC has announced that Triangle Rising Stars, central North Carolina's High School Musical Theatre Awards will take place on May 11th, 2022 at 7:30 PM with special guest host, Clay Aiken.

Bryson Battle and Elena Holder Win the 2021 Jimmy Awards - Watch Medleys and Performances from the Show!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Jul 16, 2021

The Jimmy Awards have a new set of winners-- congratulations to Bryson Battle from The Blumey Awards in Charlotte, NC and Elena Holder from Triangle Rising Stars in Durham, NC! Watch performances from this year's finalists, Broadway mashups, and medleys!

Meet the 2021 Jimmy Awards Nominees- Part 1
by Team BWW - Jul 9, 2021

It's just under one week until the biggest night in high school musical theatre! The Jimmy Awards officially return as a virtual ceremony on Thursday, July 15, 2021.

BWW Interview: 2021 Triangle Rising Star Award Winners Elena Holder & Joshua Messmore
by Jeffrey Kare - Jun 21, 2021

72 High School Students Earn Nominations for the 2021 Jimmy Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 17, 2021

The Jimmy Awards has just announced this year’s 72 nominees from 36 regions around the US. The national student showcase will be streamed on Thursday, July 15th at 7:30 PM. The show will feature dynamic ensemble and solo performances and will culminate with two students presented with a Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor award with a total of 20 awards and scholarships available to participants.

BWW Review: 2021 Triangle Rising Star Awards
by Jeffrey Kare - May 21, 2021

In 2016 and 2017, I had the great pleasure of attending the Triangle Rising Star Awards at the Durham Performing Arts Center. In 2018 and 2019, I wasn't able to do so due to other commitments I had when they were being held. Last year, the 10th annual show was set to take place on May 28th with former American Idol runner-up, Broadway alum, and Raleigh native Clay Aiken serving as guest host. However, the COVID-19 pandemic (which took full swing in March of 2020) ended up forcing DPAC to suspend performances until further notice. Though this year, the Triangle Rising Star Awards have returned (albeit, virtually), and I was able to tune in from the comfort of my home.